Automation Shift Technician
Location: Leixlip, Co. Kildare
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Continental Shift pattern (including weekends)
Salary: €40,000 – €50,000 (DOE)
We are hiring on behalf of one of our well-known clients within the healthcare manufacturing industry. This organisation is known for its commitment to precision, innovation and operational excellence. This is a hands-on technical role suited to an experienced Automation, Moulding Technician or similar, with a strong mechanical or trade background. You will play a key part in maintaining and optimising automated production systems in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment.
Benefits:
Competitive salary: €40,000 – €50,000 (DOE)
Private pension contribution
Continental shift pattern
Free on-site parking
On-site subsidised canteen
On-site subsidised gym
Key Responsibilities:
Work closely with Shift Supervisors to start up and shut down machines, ensuring smooth production flow
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across automated systems and production equipment to maximise uptime
Carry out routine servicing and maintenance of machinery
Support on-going production by executing automation-related technical tasks on shift
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and new product introduction projects
Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and compliance across all work areas
Ensure adherence to Quality and GMP standards, including relevant ISO requirements (e.g. ISO 13485)
Support installation, fault-finding and repair of industrial control systems (e.g. PLCs and automated production lines)
Conduct routine inspections to identify defects or malfunctions in equipment
Analyse work orders, determine required actions and complete tasks efficiently
Prepare maintenance reports and update records on equipment and project status
Requirements:
Qualified or highly experienced Automation Technician, Moulding Technician, or similar hands-on technical role
Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical injection moulding
Strong mechanical aptitude with practical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
Experience working in regulated or controlled environments (medical device experience an advantage)
Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and automated systems
Hands-on, practical problem solver with a strong technical mindset
Quality-focused with high attention to detail and professionalism
Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced production environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with supervisors and cross-functional teams
Team-oriented
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nicole Sinnott or email your cv to Nicole to nicole.sinnott@osborne.ie
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided.
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If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
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